Physical Sciences at University of Rochester
If you plan to study Physical Sciences, take a look at what University of Rochester. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Rochester sits in Rochester, NY.
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Online Class Availability at University of Rochester
Online coursework is an option at University of Rochester. Of 11,946 students, 690 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,843 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Physical Sciences Rankings at University of Rochester
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Rochester’s Physical Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #1 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #4 of 83 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #17 of 532 |
| Best Value | New York | #25 of 33 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #59 of 82 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #470 of 530 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #1 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #4 of 83 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #17 of 532 |
| Best Value | New York | #25 of 33 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #59 of 82 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #470 of 530 |
Earnings for Physical Sciences Graduates from University of Rochester
Those who finish University of Rochester’s Physical Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $89,777 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Physical Sciences graduates from University of Rochester is $19,500.
Highest-Paying Careers for Physical Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Physical Sciences program at University of Rochester work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Physical Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Digital Forensics Analysts | $119,226 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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